Vrvana’s VR headset the Totem Kickstarter launches

A little later than expected, Vrvana reveal their specs and launch the Kickstarter for their VR device the Totem.

The Oculus Rift may have stolen the VR limelight for the past year but there’s a new kid in town and it’s called the Totem. The device has been a labour of love for Vrvana founder Bertrand Nepveu and this Kickstarter launch is the culmination of nine years work.

Many gamers scoffed at the Totem when it was revealed earlier this year (see our interview) saying that it wouldn’t get off the ground. Determined to make the device a reality, Bertrand has finally launched the campaign to fund the Totem and so far it’s proving very popular.

The funding goal is set at $350,000, and in a matter of hours Vrvana has reached $72,000 with 28 days to go. Let’s just say it’s likely to make the target.

There are various tiers of backing, and the developer headset which was set at $440 CAD, sold out almost immediately. If you want to get your hands on the hardware the next tier up is $460 CAD. Backers should expect their headset to arrive in April 2015.